An understanding

And we know that the Son of God has come and has given us an understanding, that we may know Him who is true; and we are in Him who is true, in His Son Jesus Christ. This is the true God and eternal life. Little children, keep yourselves from idols. Amen. – 1 John 5.20-21

The world has been looking to understand the meaning of life and the ‘why are we here’ literally since the beginning of time.

What’s it all about?

John tells us here that Jesus came to give us an understanding. He came to reveal the truth. Jesus said ‘I am the way, the truth, and the life.’ The understanding of the most important truth of all is that Jesus came to give us eternal life.

What is it all about? Why are we here? What is our purpose?

God created us for His glory and to give us life. He intended our lives to be perfect and pleasant and something like an eternal holiday.

But man broke it. Man sinned and we still sin today. Our sin separates us from God so God sent His Son Jesus Christ to restore our relationship with Him.

That is truth and that is eternal. Life would make no sense apart from a loving and compassionate  God and Jesus came to give us that understanding.